European Hotels Challenge Airbnb’s Overtourism Claims – Image Credit Unsplash    The issue of overtourism has sparked significant debate across Europe, with cities like Barcelona, Genoa, and Lisbon witnessing protests against the influx of tourists. The question of who bears responsibility for this phenomenon has become a contentious topic, with vacation rental giant Airbnb and hotel […]

St. Louis outperformed other major markets due to a large conference. – Image Credit Unsplash    The U.S. hotel industry experienced a downturn in key performance metrics for the week ending July 12, 2025, with overall declines in occupancy, average daily rate (ADR), and revenue per available room (RevPAR).  St. Louis outperformed other major […]

Fairfield Inn & Suites in Manchester, CT – Image Credit JLL    Fairfield Inn in Manchester, Connecticut, is up for sale, offering investors a property in one of the most visited retail areas in the U.S. The Fairfield Inn & Suites, located at 121 Pavilions Drive in Manchester, Connecticut, is currently listed for sale by Jones […]

Hotel Development Pipeline Activity Increased Globally, Except in Middle East and Africa – Image Credit Unsplash+    Middle East and Africa was the only world region to show a decline in overall hotel pipeline activity at the end of the second quarter, according to CoStar’s June 2025 pipeline data. Europe In construction: 171,503 rooms (+3.4%) […]

Saddleback Mountain, Maine Hotel Development JV Opportunity – Image Credit CBRE    The Saddleback Mountain development project presents a unique investment opportunity to create a year-round resort experience at one of Maine’s premier ski destinations. Saddleback Mountain, located in Rangeley, Maine, is poised for a significant transformation with the proposed development of a ski-in ski-out hotel/resort. […]

Fairmont Udaipur Palace Hotel – Image Credit Accor    Fairmont Udaipur Palace Hotel – Image Credit Accor    Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has opened the Fairmont Udaipur Palace in Udaipur, India, featuring 327 rooms and suites. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, in collaboration with Keystone Resorts Pvt. Ltd., has launched the Fairmont Udaipur Palace in Udaipur, India. The […]

Emilie Couton – Image Credit Accor    Accor Plus announced the appointment of Emilie Couton as its new Chief Executive Officer. She steps into the role with more than 24 years of experience working with Accor and its subsidiary, D-EDGE Hospitality Solutions, across Europe and the Asia Pacific region. “We’re incredibly excited to welcome Emilie as […]

Cambria Hotel Templeton – Paso Robles – Image Credit Choice Hotels    The Cambria Hotel Templeton-Paso Robles has opened in Templeton, California, located in the Central Coast region. The hotel, which is franchised by Choice Hotels International, features 132 rooms and is managed by Pacifica Hotels. The Filipponi family owns the property in partnership with Pacific […]

Naumi Hotels Prepares for Brand Expansion With Cendyn    Cendyn, a global integrated hotel technology and services company, is delighted to announce a partnership with Singapore-based boutique hospitality company – Naumi Hotels – as it prepares for expansion with a brand refresh and investment in its digital real estate. Marking 18 years since the opening of […]

Build a Solid Foundation for Catering Sales & Events Before Focusing on WOW – By Joseph Cozza – Image Credit Unsplash+    Events are experiencing a dynamic resurgence, yet they must strive to enhance their offerings substantially. Today’s attendees arrive with elevated expectations; they seek experiences that are not only interactive but also profoundly engaging and […]